Featured Programs


This Spring, the Ottawa Public Library offers workshops on the benefits of complementary medicine. Learn about the advantages of detoxification and how detox can help treat reoccurring health concerns; treatment options for chronic pain and tips to support healthy aging. For more information, contact InfoService at 613-580-2940 or InfoService@BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca.

Alta Vista
Boosting Your Immume System Naturally in Time for Winter
Join Dr. Ellen Simone, Naturopathic Doctor for this information session on how to boost your immune system using naturopathic medicine. You will learn how to prevent the flu and recover faster by strengthening your immune system using clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture and lifestyle changes. Dr. Ellen Simone is a graduate of the Canadian college of Naturopathic Medicine and the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Physical and Health Education from the University of Toronto.

Category: Health

Wednesday Nov 06, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ) Click here to register
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Monday Jun 24, 2013 (6:30 pm - 7:45 pm ) Click here to register
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (August: Thursday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Aug 01, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Aug 08, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Aug 22, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (July: Saturday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Saturday Jul 13, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Saturday Jul 20, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Saturday Jul 27, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (July: Thursday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Jul 04, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Jul 11, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Jul 18, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (June: Saturday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Saturday Jun 22, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Saturday Jun 29, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (June: Thursday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Jun 27, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (November/December: Saturday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Saturday Nov 30, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Saturday Dec 07, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Saturday Dec 21, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (November/December: Thursday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Nov 14, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Nov 28, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Dec 05, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (November: Saturday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Saturday Nov 02, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Saturday Nov 09, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Saturday Nov 16, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (October: Saturday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Saturday Oct 05, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Saturday Oct 19, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Saturday Oct 26, 2013 (10:15 am - 12:15 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (October: Thursday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Oct 03, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Oct 10, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Oct 24, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )

Cumberland
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Thursday Sep 26, 2013 (6:30 pm - 7:45 pm ) Click here to register
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (August: Tuesday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Tuesday Aug 06, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Tuesday Aug 13, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Tuesday Aug 20, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (July: Tuesday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Tuesday Jul 09, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Tuesday Jul 16, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Tuesday Jul 23, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Prenatal Classes Ottawa Public Health (August: Thursday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Aug 08, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Thursday Aug 15, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Thursday Aug 22, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Prenatal Classes Ottawa Public Health (July: Thursday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Jul 11, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Thursday Jul 18, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Thursday Jul 25, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )
Prenatal Classes Ottawa Public Health (June: Thursday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Jun 20, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm )

Elmvale Acres
Boosting Your Immume System Naturally in Time for Winter
Join Dr. Ellen Simone, Naturopathic Doctor for this information session on how to boost your immune system using naturopathic medicine. You will learn how to prevent the flu and recover faster by strengthening your immune system using clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture and lifestyle changes. Dr. Ellen Simone is a graduate of the Canadian college of Naturopathic Medicine and the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Physical and Health Education from the University of Toronto.

Category: Health

Wednesday Oct 23, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm ) Click here to register
Learn to Camp !
Thinking about going camping, but don't know where to start? If you are new to this great Canadian tradition, come out and join Ontario Parks for a fun and informative introduction to camping. From packing checklists to hands-on equipment demonstrations, they will help make camping simple and fun!

Category: Health, Hobbies, Newcomers

Wednesday Jul 10, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm ) Click here to register

Emerald Plaza
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Saturday Oct 05, 2013 (11:30 am - 12:45 pm ) Click here to register

Greely
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Saturday Oct 19, 2013 (10:30 am - 11:45 am ) Click here to register

Greenboro
Boosting Your Immume System Naturally in Time for Winter
Join Dr. Ellen Simone, Naturopathic Doctor for this information session on how to boost your immune system using naturopathic medicine. You will learn how to prevent the flu and recover faster by strengthening your immune system using clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture and lifestyle changes. Dr. Ellen Simone is a graduate of the Canadian college of Naturopathic Medicine and the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Physical and Health Education from the University of Toronto.

Category: Health

Saturday Nov 23, 2013 (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm ) Click here to register
Learn to Camp !
Thinking about going camping, but don't know where to start? If you are new to this great Canadian tradition, come out and join Ontario Parks for a fun and informative introduction to camping. From packing checklists to hands-on equipment demonstrations, they will help make camping simple and fun!

Category: Health, Hobbies, Newcomers

Wednesday Jul 24, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm ) Click here to register
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Saturday Sep 28, 2013 (10:30 am - 11:45 am ) Click here to register

Hazeldean
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Monday Sep 23, 2013 (2:30 pm - 3:45 pm ) Click here to register
Newcomer Workshop - Health Information Session
This information session will introduce you to understand and promote Healthy Lifestyle practices in your daily life. This workshop is in partnership with Ottawa Chinese Community Services Centre(OCCSC). This program is run in Mandarin and English. Call 613-698-8335 to register.

Category: Health, Newcomers, Nouveaux arrivants

Wednesday Jun 19, 2013 (10:00 am - 11:30 am )
Newcomer Workshop - Type 2 Diabetes Education
This information session is facilitated by registered nurses and dieticians providing support to adults with type 2 diabetes. This workshop is in partnership with Ottawa Chinese Community Services Centre(OCCSC). The program is offered in English, some help is available in Mandarin. Call 613-698-8335 to register.

Category: Health, Newcomers, Nouveaux arrivants

Wednesday Jul 10, 2013 (10:00 am - 11:45 am )
Wednesday Jul 17, 2013 (10:00 am - 11:45 am )
Wednesday Jul 24, 2013 (10:00 am - 11:45 am )

Main Library / Bibliothèque centrale
Boosting Your Immume System Naturally in Time for Winter
Join Dr. Ellen Simone, Naturopathic Doctor for this information session on how to boost your immune system using naturopathic medicine. You will learn how to prevent the flu and recover faster by strengthening your immune system using clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture and lifestyle changes. Dr. Ellen Simone is a graduate of the Canadian college of Naturopathic Medicine and the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Physical and Health Education from the University of Toronto.

Category: Health

Wednesday Oct 02, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm ) Click here to register
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Thursday Oct 10, 2013 (12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ) Click here to register
Prevention of Alzheimer's
Learn about dementia and Alzheimer’s disease: recognizing its symptoms, its causes, disease prevention, and treatments. Offered in room 117, in partnership with the Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre (OCCSC) and the Alzheimer’s Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County. Please bring your permanent resident card or copy with you – everyone welcome.

Category: Health, Newcomers, Nouveaux arrivants

Wednesday Jul 24, 2013 (10:00 am - 12:00 pm )

Manotick
Boosting Your Immume System Naturally in Time for Winter
Join Dr. Ellen Simone, Naturopathic Doctor for this information session on how to boost your immune system using naturopathic medicine. You will learn how to prevent the flu and recover faster by strengthening your immune system using clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture and lifestyle changes. Dr. Ellen Simone is a graduate of the Canadian college of Naturopathic Medicine and the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Physical and Health Education from the University of Toronto.

Category: Health

Wednesday Oct 16, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ) Click here to register

Nepean Centrepointe
Boosting Your Immume System Naturally in Time for Winter
Join Dr. Ellen Simone, Naturopathic Doctor for this information session on how to boost your immune system using naturopathic medicine. You will learn how to prevent the flu and recover faster by strengthening your immune system using clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture and lifestyle changes. Dr. Ellen Simone is a graduate of the Canadian college of Naturopathic Medicine and the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Physical and Health Education from the University of Toronto.

Category: Health

Wednesday Oct 09, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm ) Click here to register
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Monday Sep 30, 2013 (7:00 pm - 8:15 pm ) Click here to register
Prenatal Classes Offered by Ottawa Public Health
Free Prenatal Classes offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal. Registration.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Jul 11, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Jul 18, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Jul 25, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes Offered by Ottawa Public Health
Free Prenatal Classes offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal. Registration.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Tuesday Jul 30, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Tuesday Aug 06, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Tuesday Aug 20, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes Offered by Ottawa Public Health (August Session Two)
Free Prenatal Classes offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal. Registration.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Aug 08, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Aug 15, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Aug 29, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes Offered by Ottawa Public Health (June Session 2)
Free Prenatal Classes offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal. Registration.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Thursday Jun 20, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Thursday Jun 27, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )

North Gloucester nord
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Wednesday Sep 25, 2013 (2:00 pm - 3:15 pm ) Click here to register

Orléans
Learn to Camp !
Thinking about going camping, but don't know where to start? If you are new to this great Canadian tradition, come out and join Ontario Parks for a fun and informative introduction to camping. From packing checklists to hands-on equipment demonstrations, they will help make camping simple and fun!

Category: Health, Hobbies, Newcomers

Tuesday Jul 09, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm ) Click here to register
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Tuesday Sep 24, 2013 (6:30 pm - 7:45 pm ) Click here to register

Osgoode
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Tuesday Oct 01, 2013 (10:30 am - 11:45 am ) Click here to register

Rockcliffe Park
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Saturday Oct 19, 2013 (11:30 am - 12:45 pm ) Click here to register

Ruth E. Dickinson
Boosting Your Immume System Naturally in Time for Winter
Join Dr. Ellen Simone, Naturopathic Doctor for this information session on how to boost your immune system using naturopathic medicine. You will learn how to prevent the flu and recover faster by strengthening your immune system using clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture and lifestyle changes. Dr. Ellen Simone is a graduate of the Canadian college of Naturopathic Medicine and the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Physical and Health Education from the University of Toronto.

Category: Health

Wednesday Nov 13, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ) Click here to register
Learn to Camp !
Thinking about going camping, but don't know where to start? If you are new to this great Canadian tradition, come out and join Ontario Parks for a fun and informative introduction to camping. From packing checklists to hands-on equipment demonstrations, they will help make camping simple and fun!

Category: Health, Hobbies, Newcomers

Thursday Jul 25, 2013 (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm ) Click here to register
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (Aug: Wednesday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Wednesday Aug 14, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Wednesday Aug 21, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Wednesday Aug 28, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (August: Monday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Monday Aug 12, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Monday Aug 19, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Monday Aug 26, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (July: Monday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Monday Jul 08, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Monday Jul 15, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Monday Jul 22, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (July: Wednesday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Wednesday Jul 10, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Wednesday Jul 17, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Wednesday Jul 24, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )
Prenatal Classes - Ottawa Public Health (June: Wednesday Session)
New Free Prenatal Class offered by Ottawa Public Health (OPH). A public health nurse will lead this mini-series of three small group sessions. Session 1. Birth Basics-Confidence & Comfort. Session 2: Breastfeeding Basics-Tips & Techniques. Session 3: Baby Basics-Preparing for Parenthood. These sessions are meant to go along with OPH's free online prenatal program - A New Life. Start the online prenatal course early in pregnancy. It can be found at www.ottawa.ca/prenatal.

Category: Health, Parenting, Prenatal classes

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Wednesday Jun 19, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm )

Stittsville
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Saturday Oct 05, 2013 (10:15 am - 11:30 am ) Click here to register

Sunnyside
Boosting Your Immume System Naturally in Time for Winter
Join Dr. Ellen Simone, Naturopathic Doctor for this information session on how to boost your immune system using naturopathic medicine. You will learn how to prevent the flu and recover faster by strengthening your immune system using clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture and lifestyle changes. Dr. Ellen Simone is a graduate of the Canadian college of Naturopathic Medicine and the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Physical and Health Education from the University of Toronto.

Category: Health

Wednesday Nov 06, 2013 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ) Click here to register
Eating to Lose Weight
What are we eating, drinking or doing to cause our bodies to hold on to extra fat? We have more information available on how to lose weight and how to be healthy, and yet as a population we are getting bigger and unhealthier. Though there isn't a magic diet or pill, we need to discuss a more sustainable way of losing weight. Dr. Chandan Brar of the Glebe Chiropractic Clinic will focus on making sense of what works and what doesn't when it comes to losing those extra pounds that we are all carrying around unnecessarily! Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Thursday Jun 20, 2013 (6:30 pm - 7:30 pm ) Click here to register
Healthy Nutrition for Cancer Prevention
Following a healthy lifestyle and eating a balanced diet can help reduce the risk of developing several forms of cancer. Specifically, breast, prostate and colorectal cancer have been linked to diet. Please join Graham Beaton, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, and learn what dietary changes you can make to reduce your risk of developing cancer. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Thursday Jul 18, 2013 (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ) Click here to register
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Saturday Sep 21, 2013 (2:00 pm - 3:15 pm ) Click here to register

Vanier
Walk for Your Health!
Join us for a presentation on walking given by Ottawa Public Health! Each session will cover the benefits of walking and tools available to make it fun and interesting to walk every day! The presentation will be followed by a 1.5-2.5 km walk starting and ending at the library, following a route mapped out by Ottawa Public Health. Registration.

Category: Health, Learning

Saturday Sep 28, 2013 (10:30 am - 11:45 am ) Click here to register